May · Sierra Leone
Best time to visit Kenema in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kenema in May
Average temperature 26°C, 280 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.5/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 280 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Kenema scores 3.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 280 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kenema is Sierra Leone's eastern gateway to rainforest and community tourism, with markets, regional commerce, and routes toward Tiwai Island.
May in Kenema — off-season conditions
At 26°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 280 mm, but with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.5/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Kenema — 5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kenema in May?
- In May, Kenema averages 26°C, 280 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Kenema?
- May earns a 3.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kenema in May?
- Expect about 280 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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